igneous
Granite
Felsic intrusive igneous rock
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained texture, and typically pink, white, or gray with dark mineral specks. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, coarse-grained texture, and typically pink, white, or gray with dark mineral specks. Composed mainly of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase.
Formation & geological history
Formed from the slow, subterranean cooling of silica-rich magma over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Widely used in construction, architectural facings, monuments, and countertop production.
Geological facts
Granite is the most common rock of Earth's continental crust and provides the structural foundation for many mountain ranges.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct interlocking mineral crystals visible to the naked eye. Found abundantly in continental shields worldwide.
